Arizona Chess for Schools

Danny Shucker (USCF 2000)

Posted on 08. Nov, 2009 by admin.

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Danny has shown a great understanding of chess in his recent competitions as well as a very mature level of chess coaching. He was a chess instructor in Gilbert, AZ a couple of years ago— an experience that greatly influenced his way of coaching as he moved to Tucson. Arizona Chess For Schools has closely [...]

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4th Annual Western Alliance Tucson; Recap

Posted on 03. Jul, 2009 by admin.

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Our heartfelt thanks to all the coaches, participants, helpers, volunteers, and Green Fields Country Day School for this wonderful event! Check out our photos from the event on Flickr Tournament Results coming soon!

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4th Annual Western Alliance Chess Camp; June 23-27, 2009

Posted on 20. Jun, 2009 by admin.

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4th Annual Western Alliance Chess Camp held in Tucson, Arizona.

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Amanda Mateer (USCF Rating 2050); Expert

Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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Amanda is an exceptional chess player, ranked among the 30 US female chess players and among the top 12 under the age of 21. She is a 2-time Arizona Representative of the prestigious Susan Polgar Girls Championship, and has played hundreds of USCF rated tournaments. Amanda is very serious yet personable chess player who likes [...]

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Jonathan Shacter (USCF 2000); Expert

Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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Jon is the 2002 National Open Champion (under USCF 2000) as well as the coach of the 1999 Arizona State Juior High Champion Team. He coached at numerous Tucson Schools before moving and later graduating from the University of Florida with a BA in Business Administration. Jon is also a professional tournament director, and served [...]

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Gordon Ruan (USCF 2000); Expert

Posted on 27. Jan, 2009 by admin.

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Gordon is a chess Expert and one of our out-of -state instructors. He was the 2006 Illinois State Champion and took 2nd place in both the 2007 National Open and the Chicago Open ( Master Section). A serious approach to chess studies as well as accomplishing set goals is what Gordon requires of himself and [...]